Mario

Q: What is the origin of Mario?

Mario is of Italian origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Mario?

According to the latest SSA data, Mario is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Mario a girl name?

Mario is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Of Marius"

Mario is an Italian form associated with Marius traditions, broadly used in Romance languages and international contexts.

Themes:italianclassicroman

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Popularity History of Mario

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked in 2024

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Mario did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Mario Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Mario.

8 ideas

mari

Nickname

mary

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mie

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ario

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marioy

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Baby Name Lists That Include Mario

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Mario mean?

Mario means "Of Marius". Mario is an Italian form associated with Marius traditions, broadly used in Romance languages and international contexts

What is the origin of Mario?

Mario is of Italian origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Mario?

According to the latest SSA data, Mario is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Mario a girl name?

Mario is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Mario?

Popular nicknames for Mario include mari, ma, mary, mo, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Mario?

There are many names similar to Mario in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginItalian, Latin

Syllables3

Length5 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withM

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Amare Americo Armoni Attilio Avante

Sisters

Annabella Allegra Analisa Annamaria Arionna

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